Israeli Ambassador to India, Ronen Azar, Links Pulwama Attack to 2023 Hamas Attack, Citing Collaboration Among Terrorist Organizations.
New Delhi/Srinagar – A significant revelation has emerged concerning the April 22nd terrorist attack in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir. Israel's ambassador to India, Ronen Azar, has linked the attack to the 2023 Hamas terrorist attack in Israel. He stated that terrorist organizations are now operating as a global network, inspiring and collaborating with each other in carrying out attacks.
Pulwama Attack and the 2023 Hamas Attack – What are the Similarities?
The Israeli ambassador noted the similarity in brutality between Hamas targeting innocent civilians at an Israeli music festival and the Pulwama attack, where tourists were peacefully vacationing. He condemned the attack as "cruel and unacceptable."
Meeting Between Lashkar and Hamas Terrorists in PoK
Reports indicate that several top Hamas terrorists recently met with terrorists from organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This meeting allegedly involved planning terrorist activities in India, including the Pulwama attack. The Israeli ambassador described this as an extremely dangerous development for international security.
"Terrorists are Imitating Each Other"
Ambassador Azar, in an interview with NDTV, stated,
“Terrorists are collaborating at all levels and imitating each other in planning attacks. This has become a global pattern.”
Questions Raised About Pakistan's Role
Ronen Azar highlighted Pakistan's invitation to Hamas terrorists in PoK as a serious and dangerous sign. He characterized it as an international challenge, asserting that providing refuge to such organizations poses a threat to global peace.
Appreciation for India's Strong Response
The Israeli ambassador commended the b measures taken by the Indian government following the Pulwama attack. He specifically praised decisions like suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and closing the Attari-Wagah border crossing as b diplomatic messages.
